What is included in the Checkers System?
Checkers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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We have developed and own a comprehensive system for developing and operating Restaurants that incorporates the business methods, designs and arrangements, the Marks, building designs and layouts, equipment, ingredients, recipes, methods of preparation and specifications for authorized food products, methods of inventory control and certain operating and business standards and policies, all of which we may improve, further develop or otherwise modify at any time and from time to time (collectively, the "System").
We have owned, operated and franchised Checkers Restaurants since 1991. We have owned, operated and franchised Rally's Restaurants since our merger with Rally's Hamburgers, Inc. in August 1999.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 9–14)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Checkers System is a comprehensive system for developing and operating Restaurants. It encompasses various elements that contribute to the brand's identity and operational standards. These include business methods, designs, arrangements, the Marks (trademarks, service marks, trade dress, and commercial symbols), building designs and layouts, equipment, ingredients, recipes, methods of preparation and specifications for authorized food products, methods of inventory control, and certain operating and business standards and policies. Checkers retains the right to improve, further develop, or modify the System at any time.
All Checkers Restaurants are equipped with computerized point-of-sale systems, drive-thru timers, and software. These technological tools provide detailed performance reporting, track speed of service and guest satisfaction, and assist in managing inventory and labor scheduling. This focus on technology aims to enhance operational efficiency at the restaurant level by implementing best practices across the franchise network.
Checkers' management team uses a metrics-driven management philosophy. This approach is supported by investments in systems designed to promote operational efficiency at the restaurant level. The company introduces financial and operational tools, competitive research, and price revenue models derived from menu-based conjoint consumer price elasticities. Sophisticated drive-thru timers are used to improve speed of service, and metrics are in place to monitor variances related to ideal food, paper, and labor costs. These measures are intended to enhance all aspects of Checkers' operations and profitability.